No-Bake Pistachio Cheesecake (Print-Friendly Version)

Creamy pistachio cheesecake with graham crust, a smooth tangy filling, and a rich nutty finish chilled to set.

# Ingredients List:

→ Crust

01 - 180 grams graham cracker crumbs
02 - 57 grams unsalted butter, melted
03 - 67 grams granulated sugar
04 - 1.25 milliliters salt

→ Filling

05 - 480 milliliters heavy cream
06 - 225 grams cream cheese, softened
07 - 100 grams granulated sugar
08 - 5 milliliters vanilla extract
09 - 2.5 milliliters almond extract (optional)
10 - 120 grams finely ground pistachios
11 - Green food coloring (optional)

→ Garnish

12 - Whole pistachios
13 - Additional ground pistachios

# Detailed Cooking Steps:

01 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl until mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the base and sides of a 23 cm springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator.
02 - Whip heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form.
03 - Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts. Gently fold in whipped cream and ground pistachios. Add green food coloring if desired.
04 - Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the surface. Refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight to set.
05 - Before serving, decorate with whole pistachios and a sprinkle of ground pistachios.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Ensure cream cheese is softened to prevent lumps in the filling.
02 - Chilling time is essential to achieve the right texture and flavor melding.
03 - Use premium quality pistachios for optimal taste.